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Poor Man's Parasol Gunnera insignis a.k.a. Poor Man's Umbrella Shrubby plant known for its huge leaves, up to 4-6 feet wide.
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Uses |
| Grown as an ornamental for its huge leaves, which along with being large in size, are ornamental-having pretty red veins. |
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Plant Cultivation |
| Medium or small sized shrub native to wet subtropical areas and
mountainous tropical zones. Seems to do well in cloud-forest like conditions,
and will grow in part shade or low light. Water regularly, it is hardy
below freezing, although probably only to 25-30F. |
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Origin and Distribution |
| Native to Central and South America. |
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